[category]
[title]
Red A is back with another round of tiny classics. The local brand, which has been manufacturing plastic household goods since 1949, has just released its third mini-series, shrinking down five more of its iconic products into collectable keychains.
The latest ‘Old Days Chapter’ blind boxes from their ‘Made in Hong Kong’ miniature series are inspired by some of Red A’s most signature items from the 1960s to 90s. The collection features a classic candy box (known in Cantonese as ‘chuen hap’) from the 1960s with gold dragon and phoenix motifs; a school bag, aka ‘space briefcase’ (1970s), that was apparently tough enough to sit on; and that familiar red little plastic stool (1970s) we’re sure you’ve seen, and probably still see, in kitchens, living rooms, and bathrooms everywhere.
There’s also a plastic watering can (1970s) that was used for gardening, home cleaning, and floor washing during a time when water rationing was a thing, along with a red and white chamber pot (1990s), which is maybe less glamorous but still a recognisable part of local life for plenty of people.
You can check these cute collectibles out in person at Amaz by Lokianno in Causeway Bay, where they’ve set up an ‘Old Days Corner’ mini exhibition with a range of nostalgic Red A products on display. Four local artists – including Castor, Foon Wong, Jackal, and Maggie Fu – have also put their own spin on the classic Red A funnel stool, turning everyday home items into vibrant, unique art pieces.
The blind boxes are now available at Amaz by Lokianno (Basement, Fashion Walk, 2-4 Kingston Street, Causeway Bay). You can also get the whole set on Red A’s official online shop, or check out their blind boxes from the other two series.
Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Hong Kong newsletter for the best of the city, straight to your inbox
Recommended stories:
A Spark of Madness to host dinner on one of Hong Kong’s last sampan restaurants
A new exhibition all about Hong Kong cha chaan tengs opens at Airside
6 Outlying island ferry routes to increase fares starting April 1